Deadswitch Combat News

[p][/p][p]I'm excited to announce a new partnership with Imperium Hosting — a veteran-owned & operated hosting company that has supported Deadswitch Combat since the beginning. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]You can now easily setup dedicated servers for Deadswitch Combat directly through Imperium Hosting! This makes it easier than ever to host persistent, powerful multiplayer servers for your friends, clan, or events. [/p][p]Because Imperium Hosting offers better performance with lower costs, official Deadswitch Combat servers now run on their hosting platform to give players the best experience possible. [/p][p]Check it out: https://imperiumhosting.net/deadswitch-combat[/p][p][/p][h2]Why Imperium Hosting? [/h2]

• [p]High-performance dedicated servers[/p]
• [p]Multi-region availability[/p]
• [p]Easy to use server management dashboard[/p]
• [p]Flexible configuration options[/p]
• [p]Great for communities and competitive events[/p]

[p]Host a Dedicated Server Now![/p][p][/p][h2]Still Want to Host Yourself? [/h2][p]No problem — LAN hosting and custom networking setups are still fully supported in Deadswitch Combat, just like before. Imperium Hosting simply gives players more power, more flexibility, and less setup hassle. [/p][p][/p][h2]Game Update [/h2][p]Stay tuned for the next game update and a special Halloween event this week! ːsteamhappyː[/p]

[h3]From Friday to Sunday, all players will earn Double XP![/h3][p][/p][p]This XP event stacks with any XP Tokens you have active.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

[p]To test updates before they are released, join the Discord here![/p][p][/p][h2]MULTIPLAYER PARTIES[/h2][p][/p][p]You can now create and join parties for multiplayer! [/p][p]Players in a party will remain on the same team for team games, making it easier to play with friends.[/p][p][/p][p]Note: You must be logged into a Deadswitch Combat account to create/join a party.[/p][p][/p][h2]IN-GAME EVENTS[/h2][p]A comprehensive event system has been added! [/p][p]Check the Events tab in the main menu to see current and upcoming events. [/p][p][/p][p]Stay tuned for more details on a special Halloween event...[/p][p][/p][h2]NEW SOLDIER ITEMS & VARIANTS[/h2][p][/p][p]This update includes over 200 new soldier items![/p]

• [p]120 new headgears[/p]
• [p]29 new masks[/p]
• [p]12 new eyewears[/p]
• [p]38 new vests[/p]
• [p]9 new backpacks[/p]
• [p]1 new uniform[/p]

[h3]INTRODUCING ITEM VARIANTS[/h3][p][/p][p]Item Variants are now available, allowing you to further customize the appearance of your soldier![/p][p][/p][p]All soldier items are automatically included in the Soldier Bundle:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]CALLSIGN COLORS[/h2][p][/p][p]You can now apply a color to your callsign![/p][p][/p][h2]GAME SERVERS[/h2]

• [p]Added ability to add a password for your server[/p]
• [p]Added adjustable tick rate[/p]
• [p]Added adjustable host property[/p]

[p]Did you know you can start your own multiplayer server in just a few seconds? [/p][p]Check out this guide for more details: [dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]OTHER NOTES[/h2]

• [p]Increased PP-19 Bizon damage[/p]
• [p]Increased MG3 recoil and reload time[/p]
• [p]Reduced XM7 damage and fire rate[/p]
• [p]Reduced W2000 damage[/p]
• [p]Reduced SA58 SPR reload time[/p]
• [p]Adjusted sniper rifle damage drop off[/p]
• [p]Reduced camera speed while aiming[/p]
• [p]Reduced Tazer cost[/p]
• [p]Increased character slide cooldown time[/p]
• [p]Increased Dragonfire hitbox[/p]
• [p]Fixed bug when starting a multiplayer Operation game[/p]
• [p]Performance optimizations for large maps[/p]
• [p]Other minor bug fixes and UI changes[/p]

[p]This update is packed with new content and major improvements — including new weapons, new skins, new soldier items, tons of UI upgrades, and an Early Access reward for all players![/p][p][/p][h2]NEW WEAPONS[/h2][p]A weapon poll was hosted on the Official Discord, with the top 3 winners being added to the game! Make sure to join the Discord to cast your vote for future game content.[/p][h3]ASh-12[/h3][p]Assault rifle with high damage output, chambered for the powerful 12.7×55mm round[/p][p][/p][h3]Gyrojet[/h3][p]Unique pistol that fires rocket-propelled rounds that gain speed and power the farther they travel[/p][p][/p][h3]XR-SMG[/h3][p]Tactical SMG with railgun technology that delivers high-impact firepower[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]NEW AIM MECHANICS[/h2][p]Aiming your weapon (default right-click) now zooms in instead of zooming out your view. When aiming, your view focuses more closely on your target. [/p][p]This change improves balance by reducing peripheral vision while enhancing long-range precision — a more realistic feel for aiming! [/p][p]If you prefer the old aiming style, toggle the new Zoom In When Aiming setting[/p][p][/p][h2]NEW PERKS & SUPPORT[/h2][p]New Perks and Support are available from the Tactical Crate:[/p][p]The Survival Bundle is now available! Automatically unlock all Survival items:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]NEW SOLDIER ITEMS[/h2][p]As a tribute to Arsenal Online and my Tactical Weapon Pack games, new Dummy soldier items have been added! You can now customize your soldier to look like a target dummy.[/p][p][/p][p]These items are automatically available for you with the Soldier Bundle:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]NEW WEAPON SKINS[/h2]

• [p]AX50 (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]DSR-1 (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]Barrett M82 (3 new skins)[/p]
• [p]GM6 Lynx (3 new skins)[/p]
• [p]MG36 (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]HK21 (2 new skins)[/p]
• [p]RPK (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]SMAW (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]P90 (2 new skins)[/p]
• [p]Vector (2 new skins)[/p]
• [p]AK-47 (2 new skins)[/p]
• [p].44 Magnum (2 new skins)[/p]
• [p]Desert Eagle (3 new skins)[/p]
• [p]G3SG1 (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]PKP Pecheneg (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]Fire Axe (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]Katana (3 new skins)[/p]
• [p]Baseball Bat (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]Combat Knife (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]Machete (2 new skins)[/p]
• [p]Sledgehammer (1 new skin)[/p]

[p]These skins are automatically available for you with the Weapon Skins Bundle:
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]NEW ATTACHMENT SKINS[/h2]

• [p]Red Dot (5 new skins)[/p]
• [p]Aimpoint (1 new skin)[/p]
• [p]Sniper Scope (2 new skins)[/p]
• [p]Suppressor (1 new skin)[/p]

[p]These skins are automatically available for you with the Attachment Skins Bundle:
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]WEAPON TAGS[/h2][p]The weapon selection menu now highlights standout weapons in each class. For example, a shotgun with the highest damage of all shotguns will display Highest Damage in Class. This makes it easier to identify top performers at a glance.[/p][p][/p][h2]WORKSHOP BROWSER[/h2][p]You can now browse all your subscribed Workshop items directly in-game! Use the search bar to easily filter items, and view detailed previews for each map without leaving the game.[/p][p][/p][h2]EARLY ACCESS REWARD[/h2][p]As a thank you for playing Deadswitch Combat during Early Access, each player can collect an additional 5,000 Credits! Collect your reward in the SOLDIER menu. ːsteamhappyː[/p][p][/p][h2]OTHER NOTES[/h2]

• [p]Reduced XM7 damage[/p]
• [p]Reduced GM6 Lynx damage[/p]
• [p]Increased MG3 recoil[/p]
• [p]Added Fists as a melee weapon selection[/p]
• [p]Increased Riot Shield mobility and attack speed[/p]
• [p]Character slide speed is now adjusted based on weapon mobility[/p]
• [p]Added slight weapon inaccuracy while sliding[/p]
• [p]Added Stim Shot for most Operations[/p]
• [p]Added blank map option for Editor[/p]
• [p]Added Respawn Time to game settings[/p]
• [p]Improved lighting and surface details for maps and objects[/p]
• [p]Fixed bug when changing hair color[/p]
• [p]Fixed launcher attachments (Fragmentation and High Explosive)[/p]
• [p]Increased VIP health in Assassination[/p]
• [p]Updated garage door appearance[/p]
• [p]Friends, clan members, and in-game players are sorted to the top of the online player list[/p]
• [p]Server optimizations[/p]
• [p]Other minor bug fixes and UI changes[/p]

[p]A small QOL patch based on the Early Access launch weekend.[/p][p]Thank you to all players for your feedback![/p][p][/p]

• [p]Friends now sorted to top of Home player list[/p]
• [p]Added Hide Chat History setting[/p]
• [p]Added /clear chat command[/p]
• [p]Creating a Clan now requires Level 25[/p]
• [p]Faster reload time for deployed M2HB[/p]
• [p]Increased health for Shotgun Turret, Sniper Turret, Flamethrower Turret, and Grenade Turret[/p]
• [p]Increased Stealth Airstrike damage[/p]
• [p]Improved AI for heroes in Operations[/p]
• [p]Added ability to play downloaded Workshop items right from the More menu[/p]
• [p]Fixed Night Mode for Survival games[/p]
• [p]Performance improvements[/p]
• [p]Other UI and minor bug fixes[/p]

[p]Stay tuned for a bigger content update later this week![/p][p]Make sure to join the official Discord to get involved with future game updates.[/p]